Ray(2004)
“The extraordinary life story of Ray Charles.”
Overview
Born on a sharecropping plantation in Northern Florida, Ray Charles went blind at seven. Inspired by a fiercely independent mom who insisted he make his own way, He found his calling and his gift behind a piano keyboard. Touring across the Southern musical circuit, the soulful singer gained a reputation and then exploded with worldwide fame when he pioneered coupling gospel and country together.
Director
Taylor Hackford
Studio
Bristol Bay Productions
Budget
$40M
Revenue
$125M
Cast
Jamie Foxx
as Ray Charles
Kerry Washington
as Della Bea Robinson
Regina King
as Margie Hendricks
Harry Lennix
as Joe Adams
Clifton Powell
as Jeff Brown
Bokeem Woodbine
as Fathead Newman
Sharon Warren
as Aretha Robinson
C.J. Sanders
as Young Ray Robinson
Curtis Armstrong
as Ahmet Ertegun
Richard Schiff
as Jerry Wexler
Larenz Tate
as Quincy Jones
Terrence Howard
as Gossie McGee
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2004
Runtime
2h 32m
Language
English
Rating
7.5 / 10
Budget
$40M
Box Office
$125M
Production Companies
Bristol Bay Productions • Universal Pictures • Anvil Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Ray?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Ray (2004).
What is Ray about?▼
Born on a sharecropping plantation in Northern Florida, Ray Charles went blind at seven. Inspired by a fiercely independent mom who insisted he make his own way, He found his calling and his gift behind a piano keyboard. Touring across the Southern musical circuit, the soulful singer gained a reputation and then exploded with worldwide fame when he pioneered coupling gospel and country together.
Who directed Ray?▼
Ray was directed by Taylor Hackford and released in 2004. It is a drama, music film.
How long is Ray?▼
Ray has a runtime of 2 hours and 32 minutes (152 minutes total).
Who stars in Ray?▼
The cast of Ray includes Jamie Foxx as Ray Charles, Kerry Washington as Della Bea Robinson, Regina King as Margie Hendricks, Harry Lennix as Joe Adams, Clifton Powell as Jeff Brown and more.
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